Leica 8x20 Ultravid - Modified (1 Viewer)

NDhunter

Experienced observer

• Dec 20, 2016

• #1

I have found a way, that I did know about to increase the length of
the eyecup, to help me view with comfort. I don't wear glasses and
always had to hold the binocular a little farther from my eyes and used
my finger to brace it in position.

These cups have 2 rib areas, and I was able to slip the soft rubber eyecup
farther up, and it stays there just fine. The photo shows the extra distance
and it does just what I needed.

Also, notice I am using a Nikon strap, and ocular caps from the LXL series,
pocket type, and they fit perfect. This strap is better than the thin cord
type from Leica. Also they don't come with covers.

Jerry

 

james holdsworth

Consulting Biologist

• Dec 29, 2016

• #2

Jerry, can you add the photos?

 

NDhunter

Experienced observer

• Dec 29, 2016

• #3

James:

Thanks for the reminder, I had to resize the photo.

Jerry

 

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Dialyt

The Definitive Binocular

• Dec 29, 2016

• #4

NDhunter said:

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Also, notice I am using a Nikon strap, and ocular caps from the LXL series,
pocket type, and they fit perfect. This strap is better than the thin cord
type from Leica. Also they don't come with covers.

Jerry

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My Leica Ultravid 8x20 BR came with two eyepiece covers which attach to the carrying strap.

 

NDhunter

Experienced observer

• Dec 29, 2016

• #5

Mine came with only a red wrist strap, and a red case.

The special red model, for sturdy outdoorsman.....

Jerry

 

Dialyt

The Definitive Binocular

• Dec 29, 2016

• #6

NDhunter said:

Mine came with only a red wrist strap, and a red case.

The special red model, for sturdy outdoorsman.....

Jerry

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Was this a red tester set for dealers?

 

NDhunter

Experienced observer

• Dec 29, 2016

• #7

It is the Blackline, Special Edition, mod. # 40274, if you want to see the specifics.

Jerry

 

fazalmajid

Well-known member

Supporter

• Dec 29, 2016

• #8

Mine did not include the objective or ocular covers either. They did include a leather hard case in black.

I liked the cord neck strap on the Trinovid 8x20 better than the ribbon-style one on the Ultravids.

 

Alexis Powell

Natural history enthusiast

• Dec 29, 2016

• #9

Cool modification, but aren't they still too small? I've always wondered about fitting large diameter eyecups to pocket roofs so they don't poke eye sockets for those who don't wear glasses, and so they block peripheral light better for those who do.

As for ocular guards, straps, etc, I take a minimalist approach with pocket roofs. I use the original Ultravid strap, but taking inspiration from the original Trinovid strap, I attach it without using any of the buckles etc (see attached photo). Keeps it sleek and avoids issues with scratching lenses etc when stuffed into a case or pocket.

--AP

 

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